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Healthy Orange Chicken


  • Author: mia-harper
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Healthy, Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free soy sauce)

Description

A delightful twist on a classic dish, bringing together sweet and tangy flavors of orange with tender chicken, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken breast, diced
  • 1 cup orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Green onions for garnish
  • Sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix together the orange juice, soy sauce, honey, cornstarch, minced garlic, and minced ginger to create a sauce.
  2. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, seasoning with salt and pepper.
  3. Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken, stirring occasionally as it thickens and coats the chicken nicely.
  4. Once the sauce has thickened (about 3-5 minutes), serve warm, garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

Serve with steamed rice or quinoa for a complete meal.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 27g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg
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